Which LPL 2024 Bowler Holds the Unwanted Record for Most Runs Conceded?

In the 2024 Lanka Premier League (LPL), several bowlers have faced tough days on the field, with some notable performances where they conceded the most runs in a single innings. These high-scoring encounters highlight the challenges bowlers face in T20 cricket, where every run counts and pressure is relentless. Here’s a look at the record for the most runs conceded by bowlers in LPL 2024 and the context surrounding these performances.

Isuru Udana (Galle Marvels vs. Jaffna Kings): 60 Runs

Isuru Udana set an LPL 2024 record for the most runs leaked in an innings. In a challenging match against the Jaffna Kings, Udana faced considerable difficulty in managing the opposition’s batting, ultimately conceding a substantial 60 runs across his 4 overs. Despite securing 2 wickets in his spell, his economy rate of 15.00 underscores the significant struggle he encountered in controlling the flow of runs.

Garuka Sanketh (Colombo Strikers vs. Kandy): 57 Runs

Garuka Sanketh’s bowling figures were a treasure trove for the batsmen, leaving him comfortably in second place for the most runs conceded. In a match against Kandy on July 6, 2024, Sanketh struggled to contain the opposing batsmen, ultimately conceding 57 runs across his 4 overs. Despite his efforts, he was unable to secure any wickets, and his economy rate of 14.25 highlights the significant difficulty he faced in maintaining control over the scoring rate.

Kasun Rajitha (Kandy Falcons vs. Colombo): 56 Runs

Kasun Rajitha had a challenging outing against the Colombo Falcons on July 2, 2024, where he conceded a staggering 56 runs in just 3 overs, resulting in an economy rate of an astonishing 18.66. Despite managing to secure 2 wickets, Rajitha’s performance was marked by his struggle to control the flow of runs, which proved to be a significant setback for his team.

Mohammad Hasnain (Kandy Falcons vs. Sixers): 53 Runs

Mohammad Hasnain’s performance against the Sixers on July 1, 2024, was notably challenging, as he conceded 53 runs in his 4 overs. His economy rate of 13.25 reflects the difficulty he faced in curbing the scoring rate, despite his efforts to manage the innings. Although Hasnain did manage to secure 1 wicket during his spell, his struggle to control the flow of runs was a significant factor in the high total posted by the Sixers.

Mustafizur Rahman (Dambulla Sixers vs. Colombo): 53 Runs

Mustafizur Rahman had a challenging outing against Colombo on July 7, 2024, where he ended up conceding 53 runs in his 4 overs. Matching the figures of Mohammad Hasnain from a previous game, Rahman’s economy rate of 13.25 highlighted his difficulties in maintaining control over the scoring rate. Despite his best efforts, he was unable to secure any wickets, further emphasizing his struggle to effectively contain the opposition's batting.

Zahoor Khan (Galle Marvels vs. Sixers): 52 Runs

Zahoor Khan rounds out the list of high run-conceding performances with a notable outing against the Sixers on July 9, 2024. In this match, Khan gave away 52 runs in his 4 overs, achieving an economy rate of 13.00. While this economy rate was still high, it was marginally better compared to the other top performers on the list. Despite successfully claiming 1 wicket during his spell, Khan’s performance underscored the challenges faced in containing the aggressive batting of the Sixers.